A review by heathero621
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

emotional funny hopeful informative lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

This book is told from the point of view of Esperanza about growing up in Chicago.  Each chapter is very short and the book feels more like an essay compilation than a novel.  I enjoyed the book and reading about Esperanza's life.  I believe that I read this book back in college (about 20 years ago!) , but I don't remember it and I think in another 20 years it will not have stayed with me again.  Some of the stories were more enjoyable and memorable than others.  The book is super fast.